JD Store Management - Mall at Rockingham Park, Salem, NH

JD Sports Fashion•Salem, NH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

JD Finish Line is hiring management team members for its store at Mall at Rockingham Park in Salem, New Hampshire. Management team members oversee daily store operations, develop and motivate employees, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The role contributes to store performance and company growth in a fast-paced retail environment. The Assistant Store Manager must have open availability to support store opening and closing, including mornings, days, and nights; work at least five days and a standard 44-hour week, with increased hours during peak sales periods. The Supervisor must be available during store opening and closing hours, have at least five days of availability, and work a minimum standard 30-hour week. All management employees must be available on weekends and holidays, maintain punctuality and regular attendance, and have reliable transportation. Relocation to other company locations may be required based on operational needs and career growth. The position requires clear spoken English, English reading and writing skills, and the ability to perform business-related mathematics. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma or GED is required. Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The work takes place in a moderately noisy retail setting and involves prolonged standing, handling merchandise, and other physical activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made as described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Clear spoken English to converse with customers and supervise staff effectively.
Ability to read and write English and perform business-related mathematics, including understanding corporate sales reports.
Reliable transportation.
Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with company policies.
Assistant Store Manager: open availability for store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; minimum five-day standard work week; average standard work week of 44 hours, with increased hours during peak sales periods.
Supervisor: availability during store opening and closing hours, including mornings, days, and nights; at least five days of availability; minimum standard 30-hour work week.
All management roles require weekend and holiday availability.
Willingness to move to different company locations based on operational needs and career growth, if required.
Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pulling, climbing ladders or stairs, and regularly lifting 5–25 pounds; heavier lifting may be required in certain circumstances.
Good vision, including color differentiation.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of retail leadership experience is strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager or in a similar role, with a record of achieving sales targets and managing a team.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Passion for customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
Ability to analyze sales data, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in retail management software and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and develop a motivated team; set goals, foster a positive work environment, and provide ongoing feedback.
Deliver an exceptional shopping experience by addressing customer needs, resolving issues, and maintaining high customer-service standards.
Drive store sales and profitability through merchandise management, promotional strategies, and achievement of sales targets.
Oversee daily operations, including inventory management, visual merchandising, and store maintenance, and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
Manage store budgets, control expenses, and analyze sales data to optimize performance and grow revenue.
Implement local marketing initiatives and build community relationships to enhance brand presence and attract customers.
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions to improve store operations.
Perform additional duties and projects as required.